Rand Water is currently looking for an Employee Relations Consultant to provide effective, efficient Industrial Relations Advisory service to the organisation and to maintain labour peace through research, development, implementation and compliance of employee relations strategy thus ensuring less disputes, high productivity and realization of the organization's strategic objectives.Minimum RequirementsM + 4 Legal Qualification or any recognized HR equivalent qualification with Labour Law as a major courseLLB will serve as an advantageMinimum of 5 years proven experience in a unionised environmentMinimum of 3 years of CCMA/ Bargaining Council exposureExposure in Conciliation/Arbitration/Facilitation will serve as a distinct advantageAbility to co-ordinate, advise and assist Divisions and Departments with regards to Industrial RelationAbility to think and act at a strategic levelProficiency in MS Office SuitePrimary DutiesProvide strategic Industrial Relations guidance and advisory service, direction and influence to all internal customers and the Rand WaterRepresent Rand Water at labour disputes before the CCMA and Bargaining CouncilSchedule and monitor disciplinary hearingsImplement effective Employee Relations strategies and policies at Rand WaterConsult with the business on employee relations requirements, manage processes, facilitate discussions, provide advice and counsellingAssist with policy review and drafting in order to meet changing legislative requirements and business needsProvide labour advice to management and employeesMaintain a data repository for Employee Relations on the SAP HR system to assist with compiling reports when requiredPerform the administrative functions related to all Employee Relations processes, including reporting and trend analysisKnowledgeKnowledge of Employee Relation procedures and processesLabour Law knowledgeLegislative knowledgeCCMA and Bargaining Council knowledgeProficiency in MS Office SuiteSkillsGood communication (Verbal and Written) skillsNegotiation skillsStrong Interpersonal skillsEmployee RelationsAbility to deal with conflict in a positive and constructive mannerProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAccuracyIntegrity and compassionResult orientedWork well under pressureEmpathetic, compassionate and fairAbility to remain objectiveProfessional, tactful and diplomaticPolicyWe are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, preference will be given to females and/or people with disabilities to give effect to Rand Water's Employment Equity objectives.Be aware of fraudulent activities and unwarranted misrepresentations on behalf of Rand Water. No money exchange or any form of reward is expected from potential applicants in response to any vacant positions or similar advertisements. Please visit our Rand Water website to confirm official opportunities available OR report any suspicious activities to the Rand Water hotline: 0800 212 364.
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